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akossow
05-22-2024, 01:37 PM
Is there a good place to buy men’s suits close to the villages?
Keefelane66
05-22-2024, 01:42 PM
Kohl’s
retiredguy123
05-22-2024, 02:10 PM
In my opinion, the best place to buy a suit is Lands End. You can buy the jacket and pants separately, and they will make the inseam any length you want. That makes it easy to get the correct fit. Their suits are high quality and are very similar to Brooks Brothers, only way cheaper.
retiredguy123
05-22-2024, 02:27 PM
If you only have 1 or 2 suits, I would recommend buying a charcoal or dark blue, all season wool suit. And get a waist size that is at least an inch or two larger than you usually wear for casual pants. It will still fit, and you won't grow out of it too soon. Just my opinion.
akossow
05-22-2024, 03:24 PM
Where is Lands End.
retiredguy123
05-22-2024, 03:30 PM
Where is Lands End.
Lands End is an online store, unless you happen to be in Wisconsin. But, they are very easy to do business with, and it is easy to make returns. The problem with buying a suit in a store is that you will have difficulty finding something to fit. I don't know of any good clothing stores in the area. Good luck.
bowlingal
05-23-2024, 04:37 AM
Dillards in Ocala or Macy's in Ocala. Macy's is in the Paddock Mall.
Ezy1mc
05-23-2024, 05:10 AM
Is there a good place to buy men’s suits close to the villages?
Greiner's in Ocala
Dlbonivich
05-23-2024, 05:43 AM
Belk oh 441 has a selection.
MandoMan
05-23-2024, 06:09 AM
Is there a good place to buy men’s suits close to the villages?
Honestly, for years now I’ve bought suits on eBay, often used. Buyer Beware, but I’ve had good success. This year I purchased four sport coats for a total of about $200, then had them dry cleaned. They look great and fit well without alterations. I’ve purchased beautiful Armani suits for ten cents on the dollar. (There’s a reason they cost several thousand new: pulling one on feels like a gentle hug.) Buying a tuxedo on eBay may cost no more than renting one, and it may be better quality.
But who wears suits here, anyway, except in caskets or maybe at funerals? I often wear sport coats and slacks at nice restaurants, but it isn’t usually required. Most guys don’t.
Where do the used designer suits come from? There are people who wear only designer suits, have half a dozen or more, and replace them every couple years so they will be in style. (No, Brooks Brothers are not designer suits.)
IndianaJones
05-23-2024, 06:25 AM
No. Jos. A Bank closed years ago - there is a moderate selection at Belks. Otherwise, definitely Dillard’s or Macy’s in Ocala!
Happydaz
05-23-2024, 07:23 AM
Brooks Brothers in Orlando. Expensive but can get fitted and you will look well dressed for those special occasions. My grandfather bought suits at Brooks Brothers in New York City over a 100 years ago. I am going to a wedding soon and after exercising in the Villages the last 10+ years my one remaining suit is too big! I will be traveling down to Orlando soon.
bmcgowan13
05-23-2024, 07:40 AM
If you are up for a trip to Orlando there is the Dillard's outlet at the West Oaks Mall in Ocoee. The drive is about 45 minutes from Eastport.
This location is where Dillard's consolidates their men's and woman's clothing when maybe there have just a few sizes left. The shoe department is similar. The shoes are on shelves but there may only be one size left--but if it is your size you get it at a huge discount.
The store is not like a regular store in that it groups all the clothing by size (at least in the men's section) so all the LARGE men's shirts will be on one huge rack.
The prices for these new clothes are incredible. A $75 polo shirt will be priced at $12. A $50 dress slacks for $15.00. Inventory changes regularly.
And--if you have the Dillard's credit AMEX they often offer other discounts. Check hours before you go because I do not think they open until noon and close around 7 PM.
Good luck.
Deden
05-23-2024, 10:13 AM
Belks Or Kohls
charlieo1126@gmail.com
05-23-2024, 10:59 AM
Honestly, for years now I’ve bought suits on eBay, often used. Buyer Beware, but I’ve had good success. This year I purchased four sport coats for a total of about $200, then had them dry cleaned. They look great and fit well without alterations. I’ve purchased beautiful Armani suits for ten cents on the dollar. (There’s a reason they cost several thousand new: pulling one on feels like a gentle hug.) Buying a tuxedo on eBay may cost no more than renting one, and it may be better quality.
But who wears suits here, anyway, except in caskets or maybe at funerals? I often wear sport coats and slacks at nice restaurants, but it isn’t usually required. Most guys don’t.
Where do the used designer suits come from? There are people who wear only designer suits, have half a dozen or more, and replace them every couple years so they will be in style. (No, Brooks Brothers are not designer suits.) you are correct nothing feels better then good clothes . I buy mostly Armani and Hugo Boss including jeans a sweaters ,but the last few years mostly Hugo Boss ,here in the villages when a little cooler I get a lot of use out of sport jackets and jeans and still wear suits ,with no ties a lot n Boston . But hot or cool I still wea a jacket at Sharon it’s fun to dress up , and I don care if people don’t know where my clothes are coming from because I do .I try to give clothes I don’t wear at all to some younger person who I find through word of mouth a younger person could use some nice clothes , they have to be young for my clothes at 5ft 6 135lbs lol middle 80’s and still shopping till I drop one of my only vices left
dfc3008
05-23-2024, 11:37 AM
Dillards - Ocala
biker59
05-23-2024, 12:21 PM
Belk's, or Macy's in Leesburg. If I find one I like but it's not in my size, I then order it online.
Lyarham
05-24-2024, 04:14 AM
Is there a good place to buy men’s suits close to the villages?
Goodwill
Stu from NYC
05-24-2024, 07:53 AM
you are correct nothing feels better then good clothes . I buy mostly Armani and Hugo Boss including jeans a sweaters ,but the last few years mostly Hugo Boss ,here in the villages when a little cooler I get a lot of use out of sport jackets and jeans and still wear suits ,with no ties a lot n Boston . But hot or cool I still wea a jacket at Sharon it’s fun to dress up , and I don care if people don’t know where my clothes are coming from because I do .I try to give clothes I don’t wear at all to some younger person who I find through word of mouth a younger person could use some nice clothes , they have to be young for my clothes at 5ft 6 135lbs lol middle 80’s and still shopping till I drop one of my only vices left
Like your style
Shipping up to Boston
05-24-2024, 12:25 PM
you are correct nothing feels better then good clothes . I buy mostly Armani and Hugo Boss including jeans a sweaters ,but the last few years mostly Hugo Boss ,here in the villages when a little cooler I get a lot of use out of sport jackets and jeans and still wear suits ,with no ties a lot n Boston . But hot or cool I still wea a jacket at Sharon it’s fun to dress up , and I don care if people don’t know where my clothes are coming from because I do .I try to give clothes I don’t wear at all to some younger person who I find through word of mouth a younger person could use some nice clothes , they have to be young for my clothes at 5ft 6 135lbs lol middle 80’s and still shopping till I drop one of my only vices left
I may have run into you on Newbury Street in Boston!
Since OP wasn't specific...IMO if it's a really nice, tailored suit, Brooks Bros. A step down and less $...Belks or Macys. If you could care less....anything online!
charlieo1126@gmail.com
05-25-2024, 08:36 AM
I may have run into you on Newbury Street in Boston!
Since OP wasn't specific...IMO if it's a really nice, tailored suit, Brooks Bros. A step down and less $...Belks or Macys. If you could care less....anything online!yes you might , but I do love Copley Place and many mornings I can be found at th Starbucks next door at the hotel, a great place for people watching .
Shipping up to Boston
05-25-2024, 08:46 AM
yes you might , but I do love Copley Place and many mornings I can be found at th Starbucks next door at the hotel, a great place for people watching .
You have good tastes sir! In clothing and vantage points.....great area Copley Square
walterray1
05-25-2024, 09:11 AM
yes you might , but I do love Copley Place and many mornings I can be found at th Starbucks next door at the hotel, a great place for people watching .
My wife worked for The Custom Shop in Copley Place back in the 80s and other locations later. She did measurements for custom made shirts and suits. It was a great store and she loved working in Copley. The Custom Shop is long gone but good memories are still with us.
ScottGo
05-27-2024, 01:36 PM
Is there a good place to buy men’s suits close to the villages?
J.C Penney, Macys. Dillards, all in Ocala.
dewilson58
05-27-2024, 06:08 PM
Is there a good place to buy men’s suits close to the villages?
Soooooooooooo, where did you go??
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